Flying with Deer

[Clarktar]

This year I am flying instead of driving out of state for a deer hunt . I got it figured out on getting meat back, but how are folks getting a skull and rack back?

Yes, I am being optimistic about my success...

Thanks,

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[ST52v]

I know a guy who got a very nice bull this year. It was too large to ship UPS or USPS. After dropping about $300 to drop ship it, he found out he could have shipped it with Greyhound for $90. You just have to pick it up at the closest bus station.

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[Where's Bruce?]

Wear red.

 

[Superkodiak38]

This reminds me of a funny story, I went to South Texas on a spot and stalk Javalina hunt, we brought back three skulls in a duffel bag as checked baggage. When the guy went to throw it on the x ray machine I told him not to freak out when he saw three skulls inside, his eyes got real big and he said, Mr. I don't want to know ! ..lol.. You might be able to check it ?

 

[Clarktar]

OK.... Will give it a try

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[charvey9]

Depends on the airline, but the limit on overweight bags is usually 75-100lbs. Yes, they do charge you the overweight fee....which varies by airline and total number of bags checked.

Get everything frozen and you can fit a boned out deer, skull, and rack into a large rubbermaid container under 100lbs and check it on the plane. Fill it with soft goods, clothing, etc. for a little insulation. Everything will still be frozen when you get home. I've also done this with goats and bears in August without anything thawing.

One other tip is to compare the baggage and weight restrictions of coach vs. first class on the airline you are flying. First class usually gets more bags, and higher maximum weight per bag before they start charging you extra fees. You can often fly first class for the same price when you are traveling with really heavy bags.

 

[Clarktar]

Depends on the airline, but the limit on overweight bags is usually 75-100lbs. Yes, they do charge you the overweight fee....which varies by airline and total number of bags checked.

Get everything frozen and you can fit a boned out deer, skull, and rack into a large rubbermaid container under 100lbs and check it on the plane. Fill it with soft goods, clothing, etc. for a little insulation. Everything will still be frozen when you get home. I've also done this with goats and bears in August without anything thawing.

One other tip is to compare the baggage and weight restrictions of coach vs. first class on the airline you are flying. First class usually gets more bags, and higher maximum weight per bag before they start charging you extra fees. You can often fly first class for the same price when you are traveling with really heavy bags.

Thanks Charvey. Exactly what I was thinking, but wanted to see if someone else had done it. Solid tip on the first class idea.

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[realunlucky]

Drill a hole on each side though the Rubbermaid lid and container and use a zip tie to hold them together. I use a military parachute bag to hold my Rubbermaid fits perfect and handles are nice

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[realunlucky]

Got that tip from Stid.

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[Clarktar]

Stid is a pillar of knowledge

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